Like your other appliances, it’s vital you take steps to take optimal care of your washing machine to keep it active for much longer and keep it working at peak efficiency. On average, washing machines last up to 10 years, making them a major investment. With that in mind, it...

Upkeep of appliances is part and parcel of being a homeowner. Regular maintenance is the simple key to prolonging the lifespan of your fridges and stoves. However, it’s normal for those appliances to fail after some time, even when you’ve put in the effort to keep them in optimal condition....

Coming home one day and finding out that your fridge is not cooling is probably one of the most cumbersome situations. On top of the inconvenience, you are also at risk of spoiling the food you have inside and creating a mess in your kitchen. Appliances breaking down is almost...

A washing machine breaking can be extremely frustrating, especially if there’s a pile of laundry waiting to be washed. An average washing machine is supposed to last about 10 years, but many may agree that it’s not always a smooth ride. Luckily, not all problems mean that your washer is...

Whether you just bought a brand new refrigerator or have had yours for years, it pays to follow the best practices for optimal energy use. The fridge is kept running 24/7 and is arguably the most hardworking appliance in your home. To prolong its useful life it needs to be...

According to manufacturers, the average life span of a dishwasher is approximately 10 years — but it’s not going to be 10 trouble-free years. In fact, even manufacturers expect dishwashers to develop problems or receive damage in the first 5 years of use. However, this is not because these appliances...

While most people believe that you can keep anything in your fridge, the cold temperatures are not ideal for certain foodstuffs. You know better than to store rotten fruit and expired foodstuffs in the fridge, but you are probably guilty of keeping staples that have no business in your fridge.Refrigeration...

A fridge is among the most important appliances in your home. It is where you store most of your groceries, keeping them fresh for several days and saving you from making a few trips to the store. Like other appliances, it needs proper care and maintenance. You may end up...

It’s a normal expectation to rely on your fridge to keep working for years, so when it does break down, it tends to catch most people by surprise. When this happens, you need to know what to do about your food. Now that your fridge is in danger of losing...